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Just in time for the start of the season, HSVC is celebrating with $50 adoption fees for all dogs and cats from Thursday, September 24th through Sunday, September 27th. Yes, that includes puppies and kittens too!

Come meet our available animals, get to know their personalities, and see if one steals your heart. Whether you’re looking for a playful pup, a cozy companion, or a new feline friend, your perfect match could be waiting at HSVC.

As the leaves begin to change, life feels a little warmer with a new best friend by your side. Stop by the shelter at 402 Bryant St. in Ojai from 10 am to 6 pm and see who you Fall in Love with!

At Ventura County Interfaith Community’s Feast of Faiths, guests from different faith traditions will gather around dishes prepared with care—foods that honor halal principles while celebrating Mediterranean flavors. As people enjoy the cuisine and exchange stories, the meal becomes more than nourishment; it becomes a gentle invitation to understand one another’s practices, values, and hopes. The evening’s warmth comes not only from the food but from the sense of belonging created when diverse communities sit together, listen generously, and find common ground at a shared table.

Grab your costumes and treat bags for The Collection's beloved Candy Crawl. Children of all ages are invited to trick-or-treat their way through The Collection, visiting participating merchants for candy and Halloween spirit.

No RSVP is required to join the fun, but guests won't want to miss out on the Candy Crawl treat map. Sign up for The Collection's email newsletter by Oct. 26 to get the map straight to your inbox and plan your route through the merchant stops. Join The Collection Insiders here: https://thecollectionrp.com/visit/#loop

The fun doesn’t end with the candy crawl. Guests are also invited to head over to Collection Park for an afternoon of music and magic for the Glow Party in the Park. Strike a pose at Selfie Booth 805, dance to tunes spun by Ventura DJ and capture the moment through photo ops with the Spellbound Sisters — the perfect way to add extra fun to your Halloween outing.

Plus, fill those treat bags up even more with treats and activities hosted by the Oxnard Police Activities League, YMCA of Camarillo, First 5 of Ventura County and Scouting America, Ventura County Council.

The community is invited to The Collection’s Día de los Muertos Altar, presented in partnership with the Oxnard Performing Arts Center Nonprofit (OPAC). Join the opening reception on Oct. 2 at 6 p.m. for live dance performances and special guest speakers as this year's multi-tiered altar adorned with candles, marigolds and ofrendas (offerings) is unveiled. The altar will be on display through Nov. 2, located between The Cheesecake Factory and Larsen's Grill.

The Collection would love to honor your loved one at the altar. Submit a photo of a deceased loved one by Friday, Sept. 25 at 6 p.m. and they will be included in the digital frame at the community altar. Photos can be submitted to https://form.jotform.com/252556264111148

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A Celebration of Joni Mitchell featuring Kimberly Ford is a rocking tribute to the most iconic singer-songwriter of the Woodstock generation.

Mitchell touched millions with her nearly 40-year career that spanned genres from contemporary folk to jazz to full-throated pop-rock. This incredible seven-piece band, modeled on Joni’s tenure with Tom Scott & the L.A. Express, plays all your favorite tunes, like Help Me, Both Sides Now, Conversation, Blue, River, All I Want, Free Man in Paris, Carey and, of course, Woodstock. The band also throws in a few you might not have heard before

VIP: $25 (1st three rows)
Reserved: $20
LOCATION
The Alcazar Theatre, 93013

Are You Ready for an Emergency?

Do you have a plan for your pets? What about your horses or other large animals? Emergencies can happen quickly, and knowing what to do ahead of time can make all the difference.

Join us for Ready Together: Emergency Preparedness for People & Pets! Meet local first responders and service providers, ask questions, get practical preparedness tips, and discover resources to help you and your animals stay safe. Attendees can also enjoy complimentary pizza from Ojai Pizza!

Whether you’re starting from scratch or refreshing your emergency plan, come learn how to be better prepared before you need to be. This event is free and open to all, so bring your questions and join us at the shelter. Let’s be ready together!

Learn how to take the train to work and enjoy Free lunch and giveaways.

SBCAG is inviting you to a Train Lunch and Learn at the Santa Barbara Train Station. Tour the train station, learn about shuttle connections, collect free sway and see how the new train serving peak commute times can make your life easier.

Employees commuting from Ventura County and Carpinteria to Santa Barbara are especially encouraged to attend.

Free lunch will be provided on a first some first served basis.

This event is Saturday & Sunday Oct. 10-11 and 17-18 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, all days

OPEN STUDIOS - SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
This free event allows the public to visit artists in their home studios to see the tools and discuss the processes they use to create art. All artwork purchased on the tour directly supports the participating artists.

To learn more about the artists, see their work, and download digital maps, go to SLOCountyArts.ORG/OSAT
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If you have any questions about this submission, please call me at 805-540-4250, Thanks for your consideration. All the best, Leigh

This event is Saturday & Sunday Oct. 10-11 and 17-18 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, all days

OPEN STUDIOS - SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
This free event allows the public to visit artists in their home studios to see the tools and discuss the processes they use to create art. All artwork purchased on the tour directly supports the participating artists.

To learn more about the artists, see their work, and download digital maps, go to SLOCountyArts.ORG/OSAT
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If you have any questions about this submission, please call me at 805-540-4250, Thanks for your consideration. All the best, Leigh

A free online meeting opens the LOOKS campaign on 1 December 2026 at 9:00 Pacific Time (18:00 CET). It runs two hours, it is free and no registration is needed.

LOOKS is a documentary project about appearance and aesthetics whose factual foundation is oral health. The project asks what a face is made of, what shapes it while a person is growing, and why so little of that knowledge ever reaches the people it describes.

The meeting introduces the project, its educational mission and the material it publishes. The campaign includes a feature documentary and an online series, alongside a free educational section written for readers with no medical background.

Producer: Pawel Lipka, whose earlier credits include animation for The Garfield Show and visual effects for the feature film Suicide Room.

https://looksphilosophy.com/education